We all experience stress of one kind or another. Most people associate stress with a negative event, but it can also be felt at positive times in our lives: the birth of a child, a promotion at work, or even a marriage proposal. Stress, in small doses, can become detrimental and in some chronic cases, even deadly. The body has control mechanisms to counteract everyday stress. Often a stress response is so mild it can go unnoticed. However, if stress is extreme or long lasting, these control mechanisms can be overwhelmed. Chronic stress over long periods sets the stage for serious, long-term damage.
Although some of the symptoms can be caused by other issues (improper diet, allergies, cold, flu…), be aware of your body’s “out-of-the-norm” responses, especially those that appear following a significant positive or negative event.
When the body’s natural “control mechanisms” become taxed it may be time to get a little extra help. Natural Factors’ superior, fast-acting Stress-Relax products can help you cope with occasional and chronic stress, and promote sound, healthy sleep. These supplements provide a comprehensive approach for calmer day and restful nights. Each product can be used alone or in combination for personalized stress management.
By understanding ourselves and our reactions to stress-provoking situations, we can learn to handle stress in all its stages and forms more effectively.
This is a guest blog post from Natural Factors.